Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Log in

Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Saint James, NY

We have 60 special needs caregivers in Saint James, NY! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Saint James!

Jocelynne C.'s Photo

Jocelynne C.

Babysitter

Saint James, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...

Mila C. says "I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there...

See profile
Melissa M.'s Photo

Melissa M.

Experienced Caregiver Available

Saint James, NY

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am available for recurring jobs or one time sittings. I am active and involved when caring for children. I keep up with high energy kids. I strive to create a safe but fun environment while keeping your child on schedule. I have over 10 years of experience from being a nanny to a caregiver for special needs children with...
See profile
Melissa M.'s Photo

Melissa M.

Saint James, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Over 10 years experience as a nanny and caregiver for special needs. I'm adaptable with a varierty of behavioral issues and developmental delays. I take pride in creating a safe but fun environment while keeping your child on schedule. I'm sporty a voracious reader and gamer. I am capable with wheelchairs and mobility...
See profile
KM

Kelly M.

Responsible And Fun Sitter!

Saint James, NY

from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
I have several years of experience working with children of various ages, in different professional capacities, including babysitting in families' homes, providing support in a respite care setting, and in the school setting. I have experience working with children ranging from early childhood, and to high school-aged. I have...
See profile
Jennifer C.'s Photo

Jennifer C.

Part-time Care Giver

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
dementia
hospice services
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.

Emil R. says "Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be...

See profile
Jessica R.'s Photo

Jessica R.

Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.

Holbrook, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
See profile
Elise H.'s Photo

Elise H.

Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

See profile
Felicia C.'s Photo

Felicia C.

Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
See profile
Concetta A.'s Photo

Concetta A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Fun loving mother of two with a passion for childcare and nurturing young minds. Experienced in creating a safe, engaging and loving environment for children of all ages and special needs children. Skilled in balancing playtime, education, and healthy routines. Committed to providing attentive care while fostering a fun and...

Emily P. says "Connie nannied for my 1 year old son - she is great with babies and will treat your children like family. she is reliable, trustworthy, caring and...

See profile
Gabriella N.'s Photo

Gabriella N.

Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

See profile
Lisha S.'s Photo

Lisha S.

Northport, NY

4.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
Professional, fun, nurturing, creative, patient and resourceful care taker with impeccable references and experience caring for infants, toddlers, multiples, kids, teens and special needs and LGBTQ populations. Bachelors degree. Please contact me for more information.

Elizabeth S. says "Lisha has been a tremendous help! She exudes positive energy and my son loves being with her. I'm glad I found her!"

See profile
Annmarie C.'s Photo

Annmarie C.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...

Sophia T. says "I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for...

See profile
Savanna Y.'s Photo

Savanna Y.

Your Children Will Love Me!

Centereach, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Savi, and my experiences with children include that I Babysat for my own 5th grade teacher (3 children) after elementary for 6 years and assisted her in her classroom for 5 years, I was a live in nanny in Washington state for 6 months(2 children). Currently take care of a 2-year-old (since 10 months) and an...

Care Member says "Savannah is an exceptional babysitter who goes above and beyond in every aspect of childcare. From the very start, her punctuality and professionalism...

See profile
Jackie M.'s Photo

Jackie M.

I Love Working With All Kids!!!

Holtsville, NY

3.9(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...

Care Member says "Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games."

See profile
Taylor H.'s Photo

Taylor H.

Occasional Babysitting

East Setauket, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My current availability is date nights and any other occasional times! Unfortunately I'm not available for any full time positions at this time. Thank you for your interest! Hi, my name is Taylor! I have over 10 years experience as a babysitter, four years as a nanny, and taught at a summer science camp for kids ages 5-11 for...

Jennifer G. says "Taylor is absolutely amazing. She provided care for my first when he was just 5 months old and still at 5 years old! She has a knack for sustaining...

See profile
David L.'s Photo

David L.

Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

See profile
Chelsea B.'s Photo

Chelsea B.

Part Time Caregiver

Northport, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Chelsea and I've been working with and babysitting kids since I was 13. I've always loved working with kids whether it was assistant teaching Sunday school classes, volunteering at my church, or teaching people ages 4-60+ how to care for horses at a local equestrian center. I have experience with children from...

Care Member says "She is fantastic and I couldn’t be happier with her quality of care "

See profile
Sharon M.'s Photo

Sharon M.

Future Spanish Teacher

Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for five years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated. Currently I'm a Spanish teacher at a High School but I have experience with all the ages. I...

Care Member says "Sharon has cared for our 10 month old daughter for the past few months and we are so lucky to have found her! She is warm, energetic, and reliable, and...

See profile
Allie R.'s Photo

Allie R.

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

Coram, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...

Steven B. says "Allie is a stellar caregiver. She is kind and patient with our kids. They do not feel comfortable around everyone, so it's nice to see. Allie's little boy...

See profile
Karen A.'s Photo

Karen A.

Port Jefferson Station, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Karen. I am seeking a part-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. My skills include providing daily living assistance, medication management, and...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.25/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Saint James, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint James, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jocelynne C.

I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the...

- Mila C.

Jennifer C.

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if...

- Emil R.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

Free preschool: What’s the state of universal pre-K programs and who can they benefit?

Free preschool: What’s the state of universal pre-K programs and who can they benefit?

June 17, 2025 - Many parents assume they’ll send their children to preschool before kindergarten. After all, vast amounts of

11 options for after-school child care

11 options for after-school child care

June 17, 2025 - Parents manage a unique balancing act during the school year. The hours between 3 p.m. (or earlier) and 6 p.m. each day are challenging, as you try to fill t...

What is an after-school nanny or babysitter — and do you need one?

What is an after-school nanny or babysitter — and do you need one?

June 17, 2025 - Figuring out where your kids will go after school, what they’ll do and who will be watching them is a big child care challenge for many families. That&...

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services